Growing up in Long Beach, California, his parents adhered to a creationist view of the universe. But young Koerner caught ...

Easter Island is home to more than 900 giant Moai, with more still being discovered. The statues average about twice the ...

Rainbows may be a trick of the eye, but they’re also based in fascinating optical physics. Here's how they work and why we see them.

The Center for AstroPhysical Surveys (CAPS) has had a successful partnership with NCSA, and this year marks a special milestone. 2024 is the fifth year that CAPS has been in operation – the perfect ...

When the historic observatory was shuttered by the University of Chicago, a community organization helped to revitalize it.

An incoming text message: “Go look at the night sky, the lights are visible ... Astronomer and editor of Astronomy Ireland ...

In recent decades, we’ve learnt huge amounts about the universe and its history. The rapidly developing technology of telescopes – both on Earth and in space – has been a key part of this process, and ...

A DIAMOND-SHAPED island with just 40 residents has been named one of the world’s best stargazing spots. Earlier this year, ...

The night sky is a wonderful thing to get lost in, and it’s a terrible thing to lose. Here's everything you need to know ...

A 7,000 mile road trip from Los Angeles to Key West, Florida where some things go exactly to plan. More things do not at all ...

In the space of five months, we have seen two of the most impressive Aurora Borealis displays of the last 25 years. These dazzling skyscapes were captured more widely than ever before, due to the ...